Data Specialist

Cgsfederal; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Contact Discovery Services in Washington, DC seeks a Data Specialist to support evidence handling, data intake, and project coordination in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes strong organizational skills, attention to chain-of-custody protocols, and collaboration with project managers to meet deadlines. On-site work is required at the Washington, DC office.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills for managing data storage, devices, and evidence intake.
• Clear verbal and written communication with teammates and departments.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently or in a team.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Maintain organization of digital and physical drives, storage, and folders.
• Communicate clearly with managers and team members about needs and status.
• Support data intake processes for the data center and case closeouts.
• Assist with data shipping, archival, deletion, and restoration tasks.
• Update chain-of-custody documentation accurately and consistently.
• Prepare base images for self-collection kits and coordinate with Forensics on QA.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal & written communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPont

Tools

RoboCopy

TeraCopy

Job description

Data Specialist

Contact Discovery Services - Washington, DC

Location: Washington, DC

Start Date: Negotiable

A leading eDiscovery technology and consulting firm headquartered in Washington, DC is looking for an evidence technician to assist the team. We are seeking a motivated individual with a strong interest in the legal and technology fields, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for delivering top-notch service to our clients. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced and dynamic industry. This position requires a presence at the primary firm office in Washington, DC.

DUTIES OF THE POSITION

• Coordinate directly with internal departments for incoming and outgoing evidence shipment
• Communicate office needs or challenges to management effectively
• Collaborate with project managers and team members to execute complex projects in a deadline-driven environment
• Support the development, testing, and refinement of evidence-handling procedures
• Ensure strict adherence to chain-of-custody protocols and best practices
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) consistently
• Conduct quality assurance checks on work products before delivery
• Assist with archival and restoration of Relativity data
• Apply strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills to address challenges efficiently
• Prioritize projects effectively based on deadlines and scope of work
• Perform additional office tasks as needed

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain meticulous organization of digital and physical drives, storage, and network folders
• Communicate clearly and effectively with managers and team members
• Support data intake processes for the data center
• Assist with data shipping and case closeouts, including deletion, archival, and restoration
• Update chain-of-custody documentation accurately
• Prepare base images for self-collection kits and collaborate with Forensics on quality assurance
• Demonstrate a quick aptitude for learning new processes and tools
• Ability to work certain weekends and some holidays

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Exceptional organizational skills for managing data storage, computer devices, hard drives, evidence intake, and shipping
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with team members and departments
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team or independently as needed
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite (ie. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Etc.)

THE FOLLOWING SKILLS ARE PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED

• Familiarity with the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM)
• Knowledge of copy tools (e.g., RoboCopy, TeraCopy), BAT (batch files) scripting, etc
• General technical computer experience